Tokyo Resists UN Call for Female Emperor, Cuts Funding
Japan has halted funding for the UN's women's rights panel, CEDAW, in response to a…
Japan’s Strategic Diplomatic Mission to Central Asia
Akihisa Nagashima, adviser to Japan's Prime Minister, is set for an 11-day diplomatic mission to…
Veteran Hiroki Totoki to Lead Sony as New CEO
Sony Group has announced a major management reshuffle, promoting Hiroki Totoki to CEO. The reshuffle…
Japan’s #MeToo Icon Criticizes Media Over Nakai Scandal
Shiori Ito, a key figure in Japan's #MeToo movement, criticizes Japanese media for their inadequate…
SBI Shinsei Bank to Repay ¥100 Billion Government Bailout
SBI Shinsei Bank plans to repay ¥100 billion of government bailout funds by March end.…
Japan Mulls Residency Extension for Pregnant Foreign Workers
Japan is considering extending the residency limit for pregnant foreign workers to address labor shortages.…
Ishiba’s Approval Stalls, Public Fears US Tariffs
Japanese PM Shigeru Ishiba's approval rating stagnates at 35.7% amid concerns over U.S. tariffs. The…
BoJ Raises Interest Rates to 17-Year High
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) has raised its interest rates to a 17-year high of…
The Midas Touch of Trump’s Ally, Masayoshi Son
Masayoshi Son, the founder of SoftBank, is spearheading a new AI initiative backed by U.S.…